Description
Creamy Tuscan Gnocchi is a comforting and indulgent dish featuring pillowy gnocchi enveloped in a rich cream sauce with vibrant spinach, perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb gnocchi (fresh or store-bought)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the gnocchi until they float (about 3-4 minutes). Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (30 seconds).
- Add fresh spinach to the skillet and stir until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Pour in the heavy cream and let it simmer gently until slightly thickened (3-5 minutes).
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy; adjust thickness with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Fold in cooked gnocchi along with dried herbs, salt, and pepper to taste. Mix well.
Notes
- For a twist, swap spinach for kale or add grilled chicken for protein.
- To enhance flavor, consider garnishing with extra Parmesan or fresh herbs before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 70mg